What is the current representation of women members in the Lok Sabha?

16%

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20%

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12%

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33%

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12%
The first Lok Sabha in 1951 had 22 women MPs. The current Lok Sabha has 66 women MPs. From 5% in 1951, women MPs constitute 12.2% of the 16th Lok Sabha.

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